bio fuel for sssi site

[elicokiz]

Hi Folks does anyone know of restrictions relating to fuel types allowed on sssi designated areas? should know myself, but been out of the teaching loop for 3 months

 

regards

Dave

[Mark Cattell]

As far as I am aware all sites are specific (hence SSSI) so any restrictions/reccomedations would be specific the that site, if for fossils/geology can't see why fuel type would be an issue. if it for watland habitat or other ecological reasons then restrictions might be in place. We've used Aspen fuel before due to site resrictions. but plant nappies, fueling point selection and good work methods are just as if not more critical. anti spill knozzles... Silky, lopper and bilhook work might be considered. Also vehicle and plant movement needs to be considered. extraction restrictions, soft felling techniques and timing of works (season) all need to be considered. Fauna breeding seasons and movements may also be a consideration.....

 

Lots and lots of extras that look good when you put in your quote/tender

[Charlieh]

as has been said is site dependent and also largely office dependent in that if the staff arent aware of bio fuel/ bio oil etc then its not normally asked for, I know several SAC (european designated sites) round here rarely have any such restrictions placed on them for small tools but larger plant such as excavators etc will now normally have to be on bio oils.

 

Its always a good selling point on tenders, but i think the method of work counts for as much as anything

[elicokiz]

as has been said is site dependent and also largely office dependent in that if the staff arent aware of bio fuel/ bio oil etc then its not normally asked for, I know several SAC (european designated sites) round here rarely have any such restrictions placed on them for small tools but larger plant such as excavators etc will now normally have to be on bio oils.

 

Its always a good selling point on tenders, but i think the method of work counts for as much as anything

 

Thanks for the reply Charlieh, does the term bio oils relate to hydraulic system fluids only? i'm assuming regular desiel generates the same particulates as biofuel when burnt thus cannot see the advantage to using biofuel on SAC's etc, perhaps i should check out aspens website?

many thanks

Dave:blushing:

[elicokiz]

As far as I am aware all sites are specific (hence SSSI) so any restrictions/reccomedations would be specific the that site, if for fossils/geology can't see why fuel type would be an issue. if it for watland habitat or other ecological reasons then restrictions might be in place. We've used Aspen fuel before due to site resrictions. but plant nappies, fueling point selection and good work methods are just as if not more critical. anti spill knozzles... Silky, lopper and bilhook work might be considered. Also vehicle and plant movement needs to be considered. extraction restrictions, soft felling techniques and timing of works (season) all need to be considered. Fauna breeding seasons and movements may also be a consideration.....

 

Lots and lots of extras that look good when you put in your quote/tender

 

Thanks for the reply mr War sir, i'm intreaged by "plant nappies" i'm assuming they are similar to oil spill kit sponges? could you provide any more info as i have this horrible image of my lads soiled pampers

 

thanks again

Dave:thumbup:

[Charlieh]

Thanks for the reply Charlieh, does the term bio oils relate to hydraulic system fluids only? i'm assuming regular desiel generates the same particulates as biofuel when burnt thus cannot see the advantage to using biofuel on SAC's etc, perhaps i should check out aspens website?

many thanks

Dave:blushing:

 

yep most in hydraulic systems although some contractors are trying to move towards higher percent bio diesel, this is currently limited by the plant engines.

 

the main issue for this is if there are spills on sites with highly sensitive ground flora or aquatic plants.

[treesnatcher]

Every contract will be slightly different but as good practise i would suggest biodegradable chain oil. buy from clarkes also its cheaper than usual chain oils at the moment as this is the only fuel that will be thrown onto the site in significant quantities.

aspen is good for hse requirments as far as operator is concerned but expensive. i only use it in hedgetrimmers as it makes big difference and doesnt need draining off if machine is not used regularly.